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ADULT GOLF CLINIC: Learn the basics of golf or improve your game with Van Schaick Island Country Club golf pro Bob Kennedy at Harmony Hill on Wednesdays, 7p.m. - 8p.m., from March 14- April 11. This is a free clinic for Cohoes adults 18years and older. You will need your own clubs with a 7iron, a mat to hit off of (carpet remnant) and a set of plastic golf balls. There will be no clinic on April 4. For more information contact Dan Hytko at 518-514-8193or dhytko@ci.cohoes.ny.us. ALBANY CAN CODE: Albany Can Code, a nonprofit focused on creating a new generation of software coders in the Capital Region, has opened registration for a new course being offered this spring. The Automated Web Testing course is being offered for the first time through a new partnership with Hudson Valley Community College. It will serve individuals who want to work in software, but not necessarily in website design and development. Classes start April 5and meet on Thursday evenings from 6p.m. - 8p.m. for 10 weeks at the HVCC campus in Troy. Tuition is $400. Interested students can attend the Student Information Session on March 13at the HVCC Bulmer Telecommunications Center (http://bit.ly/2F1T5Q7) or go to albanycancode.org to learn more or apply.

BASIC DRAWING CLASSES: Local artist Monica Bill Hughes will conduct a series of four Basic Drawing Classes on Mondays from March 19- April 9at 6p.m. at the Troy Public Library’s Main location, 100Second Street. This beginner friendly workshop will help you develop skills in sketching objects from observation, starting with simple forms which become the foundation for understanding more complex objects. Primary materials used will be graphite and charcoal. Basic materials are provided. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 518-274-7071. NORTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION:

The North Colonie School District Transportation Department announces that request forms for transportation to non-public schools for students in grades K-12 for the 2017-18school year are now available. These forms are required to be completed each year and filed with the district’s transportation department no later than April 1. Forms may be completed online at http://www.northcolonie.org/transportationrequest-form-for-nonpublic-school-grades-k-12/ information-parents-nonpublic-school-students/. Forms are also available at the Transportation Department, located on the Shaker High School campus, 445 Watervliet-Shaker Road, Latham. New residents or current residents with incoming kindergarteners intending to send children to a non-public school for the 2018-19school year must contact the Chief Registrar at 518-785-8591to provide proof of residency at the time of submitting the application. Direct further questions to the Transporation Dept., 518-785-9486. NORTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TRANSPORTATION: Request forms for transporation to/from other than home address for the 2018-19school year are now available. A new form must be filed every year for each child transported to/ from a location other than the home address. State law requires forms to be completed by April 1or within 30 days of becoming a district resident. The deadline for incoming kindergarten students is May 11. Forms may be completed and submitted online at http:// northcolonie.org/grades-k6-transportation-requestform/, or at any district elementary school, or at the Transporation Department at the Shaker High School campus, 445WatervlietShaker Road, Latham. BOYS’ NIGHT OUT: Boys ages 5-12are invited to a fun boys-only event at Hope 7Community Center from 6p.m. - 7p.m. on Friday, March 23, featuring snacks, activities, tattoos and more. Parents are encouraged to stay and have fun, too. RSVP by March 19to hope7. kristen@gmail.com or call 518-272-8029. Hope 7 Community Center, 596 Pawling Avenue, Troy. M/WBE SHOWCASE: On Tuesday, March 27, the Capital District Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), a non-profit organization serving women in the construction and related industries, invites New York State Minority and Womenowned Business Enterprises (M/ WBE) to showcase their businesses at the Third Annual NYS M/ WBE Showcase at The Century House in Latham, from 5p.m. until 8 p.m. The cost to attend is $40. Drinks and appetizers will be provided all evening. To sponsor or participate in the Showcase, please register at www.nawicnycap.org or contact Eileen Venn at eileenv@mechtest.com and Nikki Derosier at nmderosier@coolins.com.

ELLEN A GROGAN SCHOLARSHIP: Applications are being accepted for the scholarship award of $300for the best essay on “What Freedom Means To Me” by a graduating senior from Brunswick Central School District or Berlin Central School District who is continuing on with his or her education. The essay should be between 250and 500words. The scholarship is being given by the Carner, Etman, Smith V.F.W. Post 6340in memory of a former member Elmer A. Grogan. The deadline for applications is April 30. Applications are available at the guidance counselor offices of both high schools and should be mailed to Carner, Etman, Smith V.F.W. Post 6340, PO Box 361, Grafton, NY 12082, attn: Commander Barry MacDonald. ¡ΩMAY THE LUCK BE WITH YOU: This auction fundraiser at the Vista at Van Patten Golf Course will benefit the Clifton Park Nursery School, a nonprofit, cooperative preschool housed in a historic one room schoolhouse. The Clifton Park Nursery School has been offering play-based education for preschool-age children since 1960. The fundraiser features silent and live auction baskets including golf at Saratoga

National, Van Patten, Edison Club, Eagle Crest, beer baskets, lottery ticket basket, staycations, museums and much more. Tickets are $20 and include a light dinner and hors d’oeuvre. There will be a cash bar and drink specials. 4p.m. - 8p.m., 924Main St, Clifton Park. For more information, contact Diana Glaser at diana. glaser@gmail.com or 518369-7057.

SOUTHERN SARATOGA ARTISTS’ SOCIETY: SSAS presents “Trying To Capture The Moment”, an eclectic collection of paintings done in a variety of mediums by Roberta Moses, during the month of March at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6Clifton Common Drive. For viewing hours, please call the Senior Center at 518-383-1343. An exhibit featuring both photography and watercolors by SSAS members Rebecca Jenkins, Richard Kitchen and Jack Morgan will be shown through March and April at the Zion Luthern Church, 153Nott Terrace, Schenectady. An exhibit of artists featuring both art and photography by members of SSAS will be held during March at the Burnt Hills Library on Lakehill Road. For information about SSAS, visit southernsaratogaartist.com

SWINGING ON A STAR: The Community Hospice, Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association (Eddy VNRA), and Palliative Care Partners will host the second annual “Swinging on a Star Gala” on Saturday, March 24, from 5:30p.m. – 11p.m., at the Rivers Casino & Resort, 1Rush Street, Schenectady. Liz Bishop, WRGB CBS 6News anchor, will serve as mistress of ceremonies. The evening will feature cocktails and a scrumptious cuisine dinner, followed by a mission auction, live musical entertainment from The Refrigerators, and dancing. Tickets for the gala are $150each. Black tie optional. For more information or to attend, please contact KJ Jenkins at 518-525-1265, or register securely online at www. SwingingOnAStarGala.org. YOGA CLASS: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch, located at 27 114th Street, in conjunction with the Troy YMCA, will offer Yoga classes on Mondays from March 5– April 9at 5:45p.m. This is an all-level yoga class that will invigorate your body and reduce stress. You will experience traditional yoga poses, stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques which will improve your flexibility, balance, strength and overall wellness. Please bring your own mat. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the library at 235-5310or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION: The monthly business meeting of the American Italian Heritage Association and Museum on March 15starts at 7p.m., followed by a slide presentation by Prof./Cav. Philip J. DiNovo and a short film about St. Joseph Day traditions. Participants will partake of breads, fruits, desserts (zeppole – a Calabrian-style custard - from Bella Napoli Italian Bakery) and refreshments around the traditional St. Joseph Day table. You are invited to bring bread, fruit, candles and dessert to decorate the table. Please bring canned goods for donation to the St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, as feeding the poor is an important part of St. Joseph Day. Wear red for good luck. The cost is $5to cover zeppole. Your check payable to AIHAM received by March 12confirms your reservation. American Italian Heritage Association & Museum, 1227Central Avenue, Albany, New York 12205. For more information call 518-435-1979, email info@ americanitalianmuseum.org or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org.

SAND LAKE CENTER FOR THE ARTS: “The Crucible,” written by Arthur Miller and presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., NY, directed by Val Kavanaugh and Sue Frost. Performance dates are March 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, at 8p.m. and March 18and 25at 2:30p.m. Tickets $18. Adults and $10. Under 18. Prepaid reservations can be made at www. slca-ctp.org, or call 518674-2007. SLCA, located at 2880NY 43, Averill Park, is fully handicapped accessible with free parking. TROY 100FORUM: The Troy 100Forum is where Troy’s business, political, community, educational, religious, and cultural leaders meet to talk about topics of public concern. We discuss our views, concerns, and hopes for Troy. The Troy 100 Forum is a place for us to associate as leaders, and an opportunity for people trying to shape Troy to present their ideas for exploration and reaction. The topic this year will be: “Conversation with City Council.” May 21, 5:30p.m. - 8:30p.m., The Sage Colleges, Bush Memorial Hall, 651st Street, Troy. FRIENDLY SONS OF

ST. PATRICK: The Saratoga Springs chapter of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick will celebrate their 66th anniversary with a dinner on March 17at 6p.m. at the Holiday Inn on Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The group is a fraternal organization that meets once each year on St. Patrick’s Day to honor the patron saint of Ireland and to raise money for local Catholic charitable organizations. For more information, contact secretary Christopher Spratt at 518-424-6987.

FAMOUS LADIES TEA: Celebrate Women’s History Month and support Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County at the Famous Ladies’ Tea on Sunday, March 18from 1p.m. - 4p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street, Troy. The women to be portrayed at this year’s event include Marie Curie, Ruth Desmond, Nellie Bly, Alice Hamilton, Sybil Ludington, Kate Field, and the biblical Martha. A silent auction offers items from area retailers, artisans, restaurants and service providers. Tickets are $45 or $315for a reserved table of 8. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling 518-244-4650or by sending a check to Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County, 65First Street, Troy NY 12180.

SPEIGLE ELDERS AMISH TRIP: The Speigle Elders are sponsoring a return 3 day-2night trip to the Amish country, scheduled for September 19-21. The package includes two nights lodging; two breakfasts; two dinners, including Bird-in-Hand and Hershey Farm Restaurants; two theater offerings (“Jesus” at the Sight and Sound Millennium Theater and a musical performance at the American Music Theater); a guided tour of the Amish countryside; Strasburg Railroad Ride; souvenir gift; luggage handling; taxes and meal gratuities, and White Star Tour motor coach transportation. The price for this trip is $386per person, double occupancy, or $475, single. An additional cost of $15per person covers bus driver and maid service gratuities. For information, reservations and mailing address, contact event chairperson, Bertha Lattimore at 518-235-1325. PERSPECTIVES ON UNDERGROUND RAILROAD: In our increasingly polarized society, the symbol of the 19th century Underground Railroad movement challenges us to reflect and act upon the legacy of the institution of slavery in contemporary times. Capital Region artists offer their reflections and responses to this legacy in a variety of artistic forms that compel the viewer to reflection and response. Their work will be on display at the Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25Quackenbush Square, from March 3- April 28. A sneak preview and reception will be held on March 2from 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. For more information visit www. UndergroundRailroadHistory.org or call 518-434-0405. AVERILL PARK COMMU- NITY ORCHESTRA: Do you play a musical instrument? The Averill Park Community Orchestra is starting rehearsals again soon and eagerly seeks new members. APCO rehearses at Algonquin Middle School in Averill Park on Wednesday evenings from 7p.m. - 8:30p.m., and performs two concerts a year, one in December and one in June. Rehearsals for the spring season begin March 7. New members through late March in preparation for the June 3performance. If you or someone you know plays an orchestral instrument (strings, woodwinds, or percussion) and may be interested in joining, please contact Christina Desmond at 518-948-0565. FLORAL WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: On Tuesdays, from March 13– April 3at 5:30p.m., Artist Joy Ting Charde will lead a Floral Watercolor Workshop at the Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch, located at 27114th Street in Troy. Participants will learn basic floral painting techniques with a loose painting style. Topics will cover floral sketching and painting using watercolors and inks. No experience is necessary. This program is free and open to the public. For more information and to register call the library at 235-5310 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.

MUSLIM JOURNEYS:

In a unique collaboration, Humanities New York has joined forces with the The Troy Public Library to offer “Muslim Journeys,” a reading and discussion series that runs on Wednesdays, March 7, 14& 28, April 11 & 25, and May 2& 9at 6 p.m. Participants will come together over the course of seven sessions to discuss a variety of thematically linked texts with Djafer Sebkhaoui, Imam of the Masjid Al-Hidaya Muslim community in Troy and Latham and the Muslim Chaplain at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The four books included in this reading and discussion group tell provocative and gripping stories about the experiences of Muslims. This program is free and open to the public, although pre-registration is required. For more information please contact The Troy Public Library at 518-274-7071or at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Library is located at 100 Second Street in downtown Troy.

UNDERSTANDING SHAKESPEARE: Join the Troy Public Library at 100 Second Street on Thursdays from March 1– 29 from 6:30p.m. – 7:30 p.m. for an Understanding Shakespeare workshop. Tom Bulger, Shakespeare Scholar and retired professor from Siena College will lead this workshop, starting with a discussion of Act 1of Shakespeare’s tragedy “Julius Caesar.” Over the next four weeks the workshop will discuss the play one act at a time, putting it in a variety of contexts, such as its relationship to Shakespeare’s other works and the modern existential world. This program is free and open to the public. Copies of “Julius Caesar” will be available at the circulation desk. Registration is necessary. For more information and to register, call the library at 274-7071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: North Country Arts will be holding an open call for artists for their annual juried art show “Expressions” from January 1through April 1, 2018. The exhibition will be held at the Shirt Factory Gallery, Glens Falls, from May 5to May 26, with awards presented at a May 5reception. Artists are invited to submit two photographs of their work to www.onlinejuriedshows.com. Full details on how to enter, jurying fees and how to upload photographs of your work can be found by going to www.onlinejuriedshows.com and scrolling down to the North Country Arts icon.

MONDAY MUSICAL CLUB COMPETITION: The Monday Musical Club of Albany is sponsoring a music competition leading to a $500 Scholarship to a graduating high school senior who plans to study music primarily in college, music school and/ or music conservatory. The winner also has the opportunity to give a brief performance on May 20in Albany. Instrumentalists, vocalists, composers etc. are welcome to apply. All materials re this Scholarship are available at http://www.mondaymusicalclubofalbany.com. The deadline to receive applications is postmark March 31. ACRYLIC STILL LIFE CLASS: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is offering a still life acrylic painting workshop with artist Sarah Nenno Bowen on Saturdays, February 24, March 3and 17from 10:30a.m. - noon. Bowen will guide participants in learning how to begin and complete their own stilllife painting while sharing techniques for color mixing, paint application, and personal expression. No experience required. Participants must be 18years of age or older, and must commit to all three sessions for this workshop. All materials will be supplied. Registration is free and open to the public. To register call the library at 518-235-5310or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library is located at 27114th Street, Troy.

ST.JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600State Street (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady, announces its Lenten schedule. Daily Mass will be offered Monday thru Friday at 12:15p.m., with confessions following. The rosary is recited daily at 11:55a.m. Weekend masses are Saturday at 5:30p.m. and Sunday at 9:30a.m. Also as part of the Lenten celebration, Stations of the Cross will be conducted every Friday afternoon immediately following the 12:15p.m. Mass, beginning February 16. A Novena to St. Jude is conducted every Wednesday afternoon immediately following the 12:15p.m. Mass. The public is cordially invited to these Lenten observances. St. Joseph’s Church is handicapped accessible and parking is available in the parking lot behind the Church. More information is available by calling 518374-4466, Ext. 13. KEVENY MEMORIAL CLASS OF ‘68: The Keveny Memorial Academy Class of 1968is planning its 50Year Class Reunion for Saturday evening, September 22, at the Van Schaick Country Club, Cohoes. The event will start at 5p.m. with Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres, followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30p.m.. A “Meet & Greet” informal gathering is also planned for the Cohoes Knights of Columbus the night before on Friday, September 21, starting at 7p.m. A Facebook page – Keveny Academy Class of ‘68-- has been created for providing additional information. The planning committee is in the process of gathering contact information so that invitations can be sent. If you would like to participate in future planning meetings, or would like to share any ideas or suggestions, please comment on the Facebook page or send an email to KMAclassof68@gmail.com.

120˚ INTERCOLLEGIATE REGIONAL: The Arts Center of the Capital Region, Saratoga Arts and the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council present the 120° Intercollegiate Regional, a juried fine art exhibition for students attending an accredited College or University located within 120miles of Saratoga Springs, Troy, or Glens Falls. The exhibition travels to a different host site each year highlighting the best of collegiate art students in the region. For more information about submitting art, go to http://www.artscenteronline.org/ 120-intercollegiateregional/. Apply at https://goo.gl/forms/zmFLLsEPM5MdoAwb2. For questions please email 120ArtRegional@gmail.com. No phone calls please.

ARTS CENTER OF THE CAPITAL REGION: The Arts Center of the Capital Region announces its Annual Call for Entries. Submissions will be considered for opportunities including solo exhibitions, small and large group exhibitions, installation possibilities, and more. All mediums welcome. Apply at https://artscenterofthecapitalregion.submittable. com/submit. For questions please email callforart@artscenteronline.org. No phone calls please. MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students will host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8p.m. beginning February 2and running through May 11, with the exception of Spring Break on March 16, 23, and 30. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechanical planetarium projector. Shows will last about 50minutes. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at 413-5972188or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments.

SBA DISASTER RELIEF: New York businesses and residents affected by the multi-alarm fire in the city of Cohoes on

Nov. 302017, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The SBA disaster declaration covers Albany County and the adjacent counties of Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady and Schoharie. The deadline to return economic injury applications is October 4. Businesses and individuals may obtain information and loan applications by calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955(1-800877-8339for the deaf and hard-of-hearing), or by emailing disastercus- tomerservice@sba.gov. Loan applications can also be downloaded at www.sba.gov/disaster. CLAY SCULPTING CLASSES: HAYC3 in Hoosick Falls will offer an in-depth six-week Clay Sculpting Class on Tuesdays, beginning February 27,from 6 p.m. - 8p.m. Open to adult community members of all experience, the class will introduce the creative joy of working with clay without a wheel. The cost of this class is $240plus a $50 fee for the clay and sculpting materials which you will be able to take home. All spots must be reserved in advance. To register or learn more call 518-686-9050or visit HAYC3.org. FOREIGN POLICY ASSOCIATION: The Foreign Policy Association - Schenectady Great Decisions Discussions Group 2018 (www.fpa.org) is a discussion group of current topics on U.S. involvement with the rest of the world. The program is sponsored nationally by the Foreign Policy Association. An eightweek series of meetings begins Tuesday, February 6, from 9:30a.m. to 11a.m. in the McChesney Room of the Schenectady Public Library, 99Clinton Street. Meetings are free of charge. A limited quantity of FPA 2018topic books are available at the library’s information desk at a reduced cost of $26. Copies may also be purchased at www.fpa.org. MANDEVILLE GALLERY: The latest exhibition at the Mandeville Gallery, “Probability & Uncertainty,” features over thirty historic scientific instruments from the Union College Permanent Collection, juxtaposed with six contemporary female artists working with scientific themes. By presenting connections between historic fields of inquiry and the themes used by the contemporary artists, this exhibition seeks to emphasize shared impulses found in the humanities and sciences, then and now. The exhibition runs from January 13through June 24. For more information visit https://muse.union.edu/mandeville/project/probability-and-uncertainty/. DANCE THROUGH PARKINSON’S: The National Museum of Dance announces the inception of Dance Through Parkinson’s, an innovative weekly class for people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. This class, taught by Board-Certified Dance Movement Therapist Rachelle Smith-Stallman, explores movement through different types of rhythmic music in ways that are joyful, safe, and stimulating. Dance Through Parkinson’s has been proven to enhance strength, balance, flexibility, awareness, and confidence in its participants. Beginning on January 11, classes will be held on Thursdays from 1:30p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Swyer Studios located directly behind the National Museum of Dance, 99S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Classes are free of charge and no experience is necessary for participation. For more information please

contact the Museum at 518-584-2225ext. 3001. FREE ENGLISH CLASSES: Do you want to improve your English? Are you new to the United States? Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County has free English Literacy Civics classes where you can improve your English language skills while learning about life in the United States. Each class meets two times per week. Classes for beginning learners meet in Albany. Classes for intermediate learners meet in Troy. For more information, contact Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County at 518-244-4650or visit www.lvorc.org. CAPITAL DISTRICT FLY FISHERS: The Capital District Fly Fishers will hold eight Intro to Fly Tying classes beginning January 10, 2018. Classes will held on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Wednesday of each month from 7p.m. to 9p.m. at Saratoga Spa State Park, Geyser Creek Road Loop, Saratoga Springs. Students must have their own tying tools, which will be covered at the first class. There will be two weeks between first and second class to obtain any needed tools. Cost: $75 Non CDFF members,$65 CDFF members. Class size is limited. For more information, contact John Prokorym at jppflytyer@yahoo.com or 518-869-7563.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: North Country Arts will be holding an open call for artists for their annual juried art show from December 1, 2017 to April 1, 2018. Artists are invited to submit two photographs of their work to www.onlinejuriedshows.com . Full details on how to enter, jurying fees and how to upload photographs of your work can be found by going to www.onlinejuriedshows. com and scrolling down to the North Country Arts icon any time after December 5. UMPIRE CANDIDATES WANTED: Schenectady Baseball Umpires Organization (Schenectady-based) and Eastern New York Umpires Association (Clifton Park-based) are seeking candidates to umpire for the 2018High School, Summer, and Fall Baseball Seasons. Candidates will be trained in classroom and on field. The organization services High Schools at all levels, Little League, Travel Baseball, ages 8-22, Collegiate and Semi-Pro Leagues. For more information contact jamesbdalton@yahoo.com or 518-221-9499.